THE Bulmer project
A Contemporary Bespoke Kitchen Designed for Entertaining
For this self-build property in Bulmer, Suffolk, the brief was to create a sleek, contemporary kitchen that would make the most of the open-plan space while becoming a welcoming hub for entertaining.
Phil and Jane wanted a kitchen that combined clean, minimalist design with practical features suited to the way they enjoy using their home. The result is a sophisticated bespoke kitchen, complemented by a concealed pantry and a purpose-designed drinks cabinet.
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A Contemporary Kitchen Designed Around the Space
Making full use of the generous open-plan layout was central to the design. The cabinetry was carefully planned to maximise storage while maintaining the clean architectural feel of the property.
Elegant, minimalist cabinetry was made with dark timber veneer fumed eucalyptus doors and drawer fronts. The rich timber finish brings warmth and depth to the contemporary design without compromising its sleek appearance.
Bespoke Cabinetry with a Refined Finish
Every element of the kitchen cabinetry was designed and made specifically for the space. The fumed eucalyptus veneer was spray finished to create a refined, consistent appearance across the doors and drawers.
The cabinetry was complemented by solid quartz worktops, which were supplied and installed by Chapel Lane Furniture. Their clean lines and durable surface provide a practical finishing touch to the minimalist kitchen.
A Kitchen Designed for Entertaining
Entertaining was an important part of the brief, so the design needed to provide dedicated space for drinks and entertaining while allowing these areas to be concealed when not in use.
A bespoke pantry was hidden behind sliding reeded-glass doors, allowing the practical storage area to disappear neatly into the overall kitchen design.
Alongside this, we designed and fitted a bespoke drinks cabinet with integrated LED lighting and a solid quartz worktop. The lighting adds a subtle layer of atmosphere while highlighting the rich timber finish of the cabinet.
Bespoke Furniture with a Contemporary Character
The Bulmer project demonstrates how bespoke cabinetry can bring together architecture, storage and entertaining in one cohesive design.
From the dark eucalyptus cabinetry and solid quartz worktops to the concealed pantry and illuminated drinks cabinet, every detail was designed around Phil and Jane's requirements and the character of their self-build home.
The result is a contemporary bespoke kitchen that is both highly functional and beautifully suited to entertaining.
